Forensic Engineer Contractor

DONAN; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 130,872,000; Full time

Job summary

Donan Engineering (Powered by Alpine Intel) seeks a professional Civil/Structural Engineer in Chicago, IL. This 1099 Independent Contractor role focuses on site studies, forensic analysis, and producing precise reports for residential structures. Ideal candidates hold a P.E.

license, a civil/structural degree, and 2+ years in failure analysis, with strong technical writing—especially in Microsoft Word. Reliable internet, a laptop with Word and PDF tools, and excellent customer service are

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensed in the state where work is assigned.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related disciplines.
• 2+ years of experience in failure analysis with knowledge of residential construction and building codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical writing ability with Microsoft Word.
• Proficient with general computer skills (Word, browser, etc.).
• Superior customer service skills, team oriented, and able to work without supervision.
• Must have access to internet and a laptop with Word and PDF editing software.
• Must have or obtain equipment to perform forensic projects.

Responsibilities

• Site studies evaluating damages to materials or components for residential structures.
• Write a technical report providing detailed and accurate information on completed projects.
• Consistently communicate with clients to provide timelines and updates.
• Provide excellent customer service to company internal and external customers.

Skills

PE license

Civil/Structural engineer

Report writing

Client communication

Microsoft Word

PDF editing

General computer skills

Team oriented

Independent work

Residential/forensic experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

PDF editing software

Job description

Welcome to Donan Engineering (Powered by Alpine Intel), a leader in the property insurance intelligence industry. We are currently seeking a 1099 Independent Contractor professional Civil or Structural Engineer in Chicago, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Site studies evaluating damages to materials or components for residential structures.
• Write a technical report providing detailed and accurate information on completed projects.
• Consistently communicate, document your communication, with clients to provide timelines and updates.
• Provide excellent customer service to company internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• Registered as an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state where work is assigned and accepted.
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, etc.).
• Two plus years of experience in failure analysis, and knowledge of residential and construction, building codes, design, or related experience is highly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Required to have strong technical writing abilities with experience using Microsoft Word.
• Proficient with general computer skills (Microsoft Word, Google Chrome, etc.).
• Must have superior customer service skills, be team oriented and enjoy service‑oriented work.
• Must be able to work efficiently without supervision.
• Must have access to high-speed internet service and reliable cellular reception.
• Must have or obtain a laptop with Microsoft Word and PDF editing software for report completion.
• Must have or obtain necessary equipment to perform assigned and accepted forensic projects.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to stand on one’s feet for prolonged periods of time.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move objects weighing 50-100 lbs.
• Frequently required to climb onto first and second story roofs, ascend/descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently required to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time.

Related Experience

• Forensic Engineer
• Civil Engineer
• Design Engineer
• Structural Engineer
• Construction Management
• Residential Construction
• Residential Design